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ID Bands for Suisun Waterfowl

Detailed Description

USGS scientists attach small metal bands, each with its own ID, to the ankles of adult waterfowl to identify where the animal was caught. When it is re-captured later in its migration, researchers can use that information to determine how far the animal traveled. 

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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